What are the five essentials of a biblical counselor? Perhaps you’re interested in becoming a lay biblical counselor. Maybe you’d like to begin a counseling ministry at your church. Either way, you need to know the five essential characteristics of an effective biblical counselor. Now Is the Time As our culture snakes into dark sinful patterns, an effective biblical counselor can … Read More
Story: Troubled Marriage Restored!
This true story tells of a troubled marriage restored. Biblical Counseling Center is now sharing our counselees’ stories, written by them. This ongoing series covers issues from troubled marriages to a dad heartbroken over the sexual assault of his daughter, from rebellious teens to older folks with shattered dreams–and more. Listen to Ed Owens as he shares how he and … Read More
5 Keys to Better Communication, 2 of 2
Do you want to know the 5 keys to better communication? Who doesn’t? This is the second post in a two-part series on better communication. Read the first post. The apostle Paul gave us keys for biblical communication in the book of Ephesians—four of them. When we apply these four keys of communication, we develop unity. When we break one or … Read More
5 Keys to Better Communication, 1 of 2
Do you want to know the 5 keys to better communication? Who doesn’t? This is the first post in a two-part series on better communication. Find the second post here. God’s Word guides us in how to communicate in order to keep unity in our relationships. There is no clearer description than in the book of Ephesians. Chapters one through … Read More
6 Principles for Repentance
Repentance. This idea behind this word can bring on a cold sweat on a hot summer day. It suggests wrongdoing, apologies, forgiveness, and change. In the New Testament, the word repent simply means to turn around. It was a military term that described a soldier marching in one direction and then doing an about-face. Spiritually, it means to change your … Read More
Sandwich Communication Works
Sandwich communication works, especially with children, teens, even spouses and employers. Based on a biblical model, this communication tool helps you effectively communicate — even correct your child — by beginning and ending with the positive. I recently watched a dad correct his daughter three or four times in a 10-minute conversation that left her with a downcast spirit. Her expression … Read More
Raising Kids in a “Sexy” Culture
“Raising Kids in a Sexy Culture” is the final post in a four-part blog series on godly responses to kids and sexual sin. Read the other posts in this series: Stay Safe from Child Sexual Abuse, When Kids View Pornography, and Counseling Woman Abused as Kids. Today’s post is written by guest blogger Julie Ganschow of Reigning Grace Counseling Center. I am thankful … Read More
Counseling Women Abused as Kids
“Counseling for Women Abused as Kids” is the third post in a four-part blog series on godly responses to kids and sexual sin. Part 1 looked at grooming tactics used by predators: “Stay Safe from Child Sexual Abuse,” and Part 2 wrestled with “When Kids View Pornography.” Despite parents’ best efforts, sometimes sex abusers hurt children. The effects can last a lifetime. … Read More
When Kids View Pornography
“When Kids View Pornography” by Sherry Allchin is Part 2 of a four-part blog series on godly responses to kids and sexual sin. Read Part 1: “Stay Safe from Child Sex Abuse.” In the last days, perilous times will come….” (2 Timothy 3:1-5). Our children are growing up in a dangerous world, and as parents we cannot always protect them. … Read More
